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Electronics Engineering Technology

Curriculum Description

Electrical Engineering Technology
Career Cluster:      Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
Pathway:               Engineering and Technology

Program Major    Electronics Engineering Technology

Pathway Description
These curriculums are designed to prepare students through the study and application of principles from mathematics, natural sciences, and technology and applied processes based on these subjects.

Course work includes mathematics, natural sciences, engineering sciences and technology.

Graduates should qualify to obtain occupations such as technical service providers, materials and technologies testing services, process improvement technicians, engineering technicians, construction technicians and managers, industrial and technology managers, or research technicians.

Program Major Description

A course of study that prepares the students to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills to become technicians who design, build, install, test, troubleshoot, repair, and modify developmental and production electronic components, equipment, and systems such as industrial/computer controls, manufacturing systems, communication systems, and power electronic systems. Includes instruction in mathematics, basic electricity, solid-state fundamentals, digital concepts, and microprocessors or programmable logic controllers. Graduates should qualify for employment as electronics engineering technician, field service technician, instrumentation technician, maintenance technician, electronic tester, electronic systems integrator, bench technician, and production control technician. (CTE-Y C40200P1)

The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.

Associate in Applied Science

A40200
NC CIP: 15.0303
Evening
POS Approved: Fall 2020

Fall Semester

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Credit Hours
ELC 131	Circuit Analysis I	3	3	4
ELC 131A	Circuit Analysis I Lab	0	3	1
EGR 131	Intro to Electronics Tech	1	2	2
MAT 121	Algebra/Trigonometry I NEW VERSION	2	2	3
	Total:	6	10	10

Spring Semester

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Credit Hours
CET 111	Computer Upgrade/Repair I	2	3	3
ELN 131	Analog Electronics I	3	3	4
MAT 122	Algebra/Trigonometry II	2	2	3
ELC 127	Software for Technicians	1	3	2
	Total:	8	11	12

Summer Term

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Credit Hours
ELN 132	Analog Electronics II	3	3	4
ELN 133	Digital Electronics	3	3	4
	Total:	6	6	8

Fall Semester

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Credit Hours
ELN 232	Intro to Microprocessors	3	3	4
PHY 131	Physics-Mechanics	3	2	4
ENG 111	Writing and Inquiry NEW VERSION	3	0	3
MAT 223	Applied Calculus	2	2	3
	Total:	11	7	14

Spring Semester

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Credit Hours
ELN 233	Microprocessor Systems	3	3	4
ELN 229	Industrial Electronics	3	3	4
PHY 133	Physics-Sound & Light	3	2	4
	Total:	9	8	12

Summer Term

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Credit Hours
ELN 237	Local Area Networks	2	3	3
ELN 260	Prog Logic Controllers	3	3	4
	Total:	5	6	7

Fall Semester

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Clinical/WBL Hours	Credit Hours
ENG 114	Prof Research & Reporting	3	0	0	3
___ ___	Humanities/Fine Arts Elective	**	**	0	3
Select one:
PSY 118	Interpersonal Psychology REVISED REQUISITE	3	0	0	3
	OR
PSY 150	General Psychology REVISED REQUISITE	(3)	(0)	(0)	(3)
	Total:	6	0	0	9

Total Credit Hours: 72

Additional Information

Humanities/Fine Arts Electives — Select one: HUM 110, HUM 115, PHI 230, PHI 240, ART 111, HUM 220, MUS 110, PHI 215, REL 110

**Hours vary depending on course selection.

Program Educational Objectives

The Electronics Engineering Technology Program at Forsyth Technical Community College strives to produce graduates who:

Demonstrate the knowledge and ability required perform the tasks of an Entry Level Technician
Demonstrate the ability to advance to a more responsible position in their work
Demonstrate the knowledge required to engage in the lifelong learning of corporate sponsored education/training
Meet the requirements to enter a four year Engineering Technology Program

Student Outcomes

Students must demonstrate …

a. an ability to apply the knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools of the discipline to narrowly defined engineering technology activities;

b. an ability to apply a knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to engineering technology problems that require limited application of principles but extensive practical knowledge;

c. an ability to conduct standard tests and measurements, and to conduct, analyze, and interpret experiments;

d. an ability to function effectively as a member of a technical team;

e. an ability to identify, analyze, and solve narrowly defined engineering technology problems;

f. an ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in both technical and non-technical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature;

g. an understanding of the need for and an ability to engage in self-directed continuing professional development;

h. an understanding of and a commitment to address professional and ethical responsibilities, including a respect for diversity; and

i. a commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.

Enrollment and Graduation Rates

Fall 2015 Enrollment: 45

2014-2015 Graduation Rate: 15

A40200